About the role#
The Velocity Data Scientist internship is a customized program designed to provide development and tools for your career growth. This is a full-time, paid position for the Winter 2027 term, running from January to April. You will work 37.5 hours per week as part of a collaborative team. You will have the opportunity to build your network and gain exposure to different areas of the bank.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with business lines and stakeholders to identify opportunities for data science solutions.
- Use distributed computing tools for analysis, data mining, and modeling.
- Partner with data engineering and software development teams to build analytical datasets and models.
- Create and apply testing strategies to measure model effectiveness.
- Prepare detailed documentation for data sources, models, and algorithms.
- Present results to stakeholders to help implement data-driven changes.
- Work on research-based initiatives using advanced machine learning methods.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a post-secondary program, specifically in Data Science, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering.
- Strong attitude, ownership, and opportunity mindset.
- Experience cleaning, transforming, and visualizing large datasets.
- Knowledge of the Big Data and Cloud ecosystem, such as GCP.
- Proficiency in experimental design, statistical analysis, and machine learning.
- Python programming skills, including libraries like scikit-learn and PySpark.
- Experience with SQL for querying relational databases like SQL Server, DB2, or MySQL.
- Familiarity with UNIX tools, shell scripting, and Kubernetes.
- Experience with Git workflows, including branching, pull requests, and code reviews.
- Experience using visualization tools like PowerBI.
- Completion of a PLUM profile, a one-way video interview, and a Codility coding test.
Location & details#
- Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January 2027 to April 2027).
About Scotiabank
Scotiabank is a public banking institution based in Toronto, Ontario. It provides services in wealth management, investment banking, and technology to customers and communities globally. The company employs over 87,000 people across its international locations.
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